2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M 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 120 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 679 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | 17M |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
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 | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |