1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 428 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
Model | F355 | CTS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
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 | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |