1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 38 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | 400 | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |