1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 60 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |
