2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel 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 364 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
Model | CTS | Rebel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |