2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 266 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
