2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC 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 107 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | CTS | MGC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 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 Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
