2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 484 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 360 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
