2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 22 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
