2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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 CTS (536 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 118 L |