1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider 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 | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 340 Spider |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 850 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |