2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 602 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (264 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | CTS | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
