2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
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 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 742 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
