2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 469 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Catera | 208 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 215 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 | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |