2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2005 Cadillac STS (342 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac STS | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | STS | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1790 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |