2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon.
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 (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
