1995 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | STS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2957 mm |