2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 708 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Consul |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |