2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (595 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | STS-V | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 595 Nm | 645 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |