1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Morgan | Cadillac |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |