2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport.
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. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | STS | Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
