1942 Cadillac 61 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 61 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 61. (123 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 61 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 61 | 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 61 | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
