2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 968 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. 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 V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1283 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
Model | V Sixteen | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 73 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2450 mm |