2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |