2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 742 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |