2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 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 192 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2070 mm |