2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 149 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Taunus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |