2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1953 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1953 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | Windsor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
