1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2006 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2006 Cadillac STS-V | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Spider Riviera | STS-V |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 584 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |