1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
