2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | CTS | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |