2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 870 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2220 mm |
