1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 456 | STS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
