1977 Rover 2600 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 446 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | 2600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
