1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 208 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Thunderbird | STS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2957 mm |