2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | Dino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 59.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |