2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS-V | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |