2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DTS | 458 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
