1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 52 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ferrari 458. (540 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 458 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4527 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1937 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1213 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 86 L |