1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1953 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 1953 Ferrari 375 America | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 375 America |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 140 L |