2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | CTS | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
