2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 604 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Flavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |