2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | STS | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |