2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 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 | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 360 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |