2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | CTS | 308 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |