2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 206 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |