2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | CTS | 21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |