1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | STS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
