2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Catera | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
