2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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 (343 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
