2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1962 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1962 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
