2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 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 161 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 732 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | CTS | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
