2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 142 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 670 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | CTS | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |