1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 39 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 110 L |
