2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA 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 140 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 692 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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 (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | CTS | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
