2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 422 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
