2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 355 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | CTS | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |