2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 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 167 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | CTS | 203 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |