2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Cadillac | Italdesign |
Model | STS | Nazca |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |