1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 53 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 534 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |