2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 197 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, both vehicles can yield 427 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
