1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 9 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |