1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1960 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 858 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 DeVille | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 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 | 2135 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
