2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 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) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 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 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 125 L |
