2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite 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 (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1960 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | CTS | Elite |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
