2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. 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 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 612 | XTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 76 L |
