1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 166 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | 400 Superamerica | CTS |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 68 L |