2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 333 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
