1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 283 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2012 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. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
