1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
