1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 19 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 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 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
