2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Catera | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Catera | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |