1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 466 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | F40 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
| 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 | 1104 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 61 L |
