1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 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 | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 95 L |
