2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 262 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |