2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 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 250 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 841 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 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 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | STS | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
