2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 511 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | CTS | 390 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
