2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 220 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 669 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 91 L |
