2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 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 115 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 270 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daimler |
| Model | STS | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
