2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 749 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 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 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1955 Ford Consul | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Consul |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |