2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon 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 316 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
