2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
