1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 44 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
