2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
