2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 824 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
Model | CTS | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |