2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 92 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 (343 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | CTS | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
