2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 865 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | CTS | TR3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |