2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 144 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |