1967 MG Midget vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG Midget | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | MG | Cadillac |
Model | Midget | CTS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |