2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 722 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | STS | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
