2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord 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 243 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 525 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | STS | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
