1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 358 kg more than 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 373 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | F355 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
