1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2009 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2009 Cadillac STS-V | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Bialbero | STS-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 595 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |