2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP) has 319 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | CTS | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
