1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 470 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 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.
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1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DeVille | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6954 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |