1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 885 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Biarritz | F355 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
