2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | STS | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |