2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | CTS | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |