2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 698 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |