2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 907 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 356 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |