2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS-V.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. 2007 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS-V | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 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 | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 114 L |
