1999 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | STS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |