2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1956 Rover P4
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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 292 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 259 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | CTS-V | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |