2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 262 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 743 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | 17 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
