2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 59 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 SRX (344 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | SRX | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 289 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |