2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS-V | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |
