1978 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4. 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 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Morgan 4 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Morgan | Cadillac |
Model | 4 | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |