2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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 @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | 365 GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
