2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Morris Minor

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor.

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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 1969 Morris Minor
Make Cadillac Morris
Model CTS Minor
Year Released 2006 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1098 cc
Horse Power 400 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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