2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | CTS | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |