1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 36 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F55 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F55 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 | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | F55 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 110 L |
