1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
