2006 TVR T 350 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 572 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR T 350 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | T 350 | STS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
