1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 531 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | Dino | CTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 302 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |