2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 743 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1788 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |