1985 TVR 390 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 649 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 TVR 390 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | 390 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
