2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 692 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | CTS | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
