2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
