2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 5 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | FF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1379 mm |
