2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | CTS | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
