1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Ferrari F1 89
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is newer by 30 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, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F1 89 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F1 89 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 | 1989 Ferrari F1 89 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | F1 89 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 593 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
