2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 287 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 929 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
Model | CTS | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |