1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1430 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |