2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
