2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | STS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
