1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 43 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |
