2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1960 Ginetta G4 has manual transmission. 1960 Ginetta G4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ginetta |
| Model | CTS | G4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 23 L |
