2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3800 mm |
