2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR 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.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Catera | 512 TR |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |