2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget 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 191 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | STS | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2040 mm |
