2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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 CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
