2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | STS | Mythos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
