2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 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 279 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | STS | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2070 mm |