1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1997 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:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
