2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet 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 230 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 346 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | STS | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |