1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 735 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 250 GT | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
