1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
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 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
