2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 982 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | CTS | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
