1976 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2007 Cadillac STS-V | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | STS-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 595 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |