1960 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 974 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Morris | Cadillac |
| Model | Minor | STS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
