2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 913 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ginetta |
| Model | CTS | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
