2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 966 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | DTS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2190 mm |
