1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1978 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 312 is newer by 36 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, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1978 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 60 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2570 mm |
