1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 34 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
