1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 34 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, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 60 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 4389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |
