1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 47 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2007 Cadillac STS 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. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Spider Riviera | STS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |