2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac DTS | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DTS | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |