2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 3 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | STS | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
