2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1953 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
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.
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2005 Cadillac CTS | 1953 Ferrari 375 America | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | 375 America |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |