2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 13 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 101 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 456 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |