2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. (366 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
