2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 346 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | Mondial |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |