2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |