2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 822 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Taunus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |