2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick 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 388 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick.
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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
