2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS-V | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 19 L |
