1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 50 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, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Ferrari California.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari California 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 | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | California |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |
