2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette 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 113 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Vedette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |