2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 658 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Taunus |
Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |