1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 1961 Ferrari 196
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 196 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 196 (208 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 196 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 196.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 60 | 1961 Ferrari 196 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 60 | 196 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2330 mm |
