1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 4 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 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 535 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 400 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.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 119 L |