1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Fleetwood | F430 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |