1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Allante | 599 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |