2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 836 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | STS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |
