2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 781 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1967 Wartburg 353 has manual transmission. 1967 Wartburg 353 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Catera | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Catera | 353 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |