2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 665 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Catera | Dino |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
