2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS-V | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
