2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 365 California has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 365 California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | 365 California |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 133 L |
