1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
