2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | 412 GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |