2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | STS | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
