2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 878 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. 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 CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
