2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 264 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 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 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
