1991 Cadillac Allante vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, both 1991 Cadillac Allante and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1991 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Cadillac Allante | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Allante | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |