2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 982 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 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.
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2009 Cadillac STS | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Cadillac | Innocenti |
Model | STS | A 40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |