2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 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 233 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 742 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
| Model | CTS | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
