2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DTS | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 119 L |
