2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1981 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac DTS | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DTS | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 392 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |