1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 25 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 5,979 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
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1958 Cadillac 62 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5979 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |