2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | F40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
