1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 293 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330. 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
