2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1950 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Consul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
