1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | F355 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
