1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 308 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
