1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 41 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 360 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |