2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 802 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1061 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2011 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Zenvo |
| Model | STS | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 1635 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3055 mm |
