1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 168 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT 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.
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1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | 365 GT | CTS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 372 Nm |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |