2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari 612. 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |
