1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 881 kg more than 2003 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Sixty | 360 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3586 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 | 374 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |