1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 48 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 456 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1700 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
