2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 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), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 473 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2005 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. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Catera | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 242 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 | 1232 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 |
