2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 865 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | STS | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
