1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | CTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
