2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
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 (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |