1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
