2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
