1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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 STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 110 | STS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
