1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | 308 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |