2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
