1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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 Sixty | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Sixty | 550 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2510 mm |
