2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 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 194 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 787 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | STS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
