2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 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. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Catera | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| 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 | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
