2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan

To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 TVR Tuscan. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 788 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Tuscan. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Tuscan. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1967 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1967 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Cadillac STS 1967 TVR Tuscan
Make Cadillac TVR
Model STS Tuscan
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 4727 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 321 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 72.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 249 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 71 L