2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 945 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
