2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS | Newport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 | 1817 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
