2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 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 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 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 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |