2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS | Newport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
