1997 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 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 444 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 945 kg more than 1997 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-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Morgan 4 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Morgan | Cadillac |
Model | 4 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |