2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | CTS | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2119 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
