2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | DTS | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
