2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 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 | 1790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
