1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 477 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 308 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
