2011 Cadillac STS vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 692 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac STS | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Torana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2590 mm |
