1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 140 L |