2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS (428 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 275 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 275 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac STS | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 275 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 133 L |