2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine 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 217 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 960 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | CTS | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |