2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 77 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | F55 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
