2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 134 kg more 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Custom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
