2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 357 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
