2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 324 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | Mondial |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |