2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3286 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |