2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2011 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | 370Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |