1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 87 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | 400 | CTS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |