1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 Mythos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
