2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 134 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2007 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS-V | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 119 L |