1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 291 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 348 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 1465 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
