2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 406 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | STS | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |