1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (240 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
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:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Sixty | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
