2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 765 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | CTS | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
