2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 72 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Cadillac Catera | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Catera | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 380 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |