1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | Mondial | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
