1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 86 L |