2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. (478 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Le Mans | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 478 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
