2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1949 GAZ M-20. 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | CTS | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
