2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Beetle |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |