2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 308 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | CTS | Renown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
