2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Because 1965 Innocenti A40S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Innocenti A40S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | Cadillac | Innocenti |
Model | DTS | A40S |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2220 mm |