2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 Fiat Dino

To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 382 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac STS 1967 Fiat Dino
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model STS Dino
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 cc 2418 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 92.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 60 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 44 L


 

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