2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor 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 208 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 971 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | STS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
