1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1960 Cadillac 62 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
