2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | 212 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 159 L |
