1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 111 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | Maranello | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |
