1941 Cadillac 61 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 61 would be higher. At 5,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 61. (124 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 61 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 61 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 61 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5276 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1452 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |
