2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Rover P6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | CTS | P6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |