2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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.
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2005 Cadillac STS | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | Mondial |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |