1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 512 TR | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
