1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 321 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 Testarossa (475 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | Testarossa | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
