2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208.
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 (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
