2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (380 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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-V (550 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | CTS-V | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
