1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 212 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | Mondial | CTS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |