2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 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 195 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | CTS | 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |