1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 222 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Falcon | STS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2957 mm |