2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 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 185 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | STS | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
