2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 163 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | STS | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
