2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 302 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F55 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F55 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 | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | F55 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
