2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 516 kg more than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. 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 (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | CTS | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
