1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1966 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1966 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Cadillac |
| Model | GT | Catera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
