1992 Ferrari 512 TR 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 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 233 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 512 TR | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
