2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1955 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1955 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3290 mm |
