1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo

To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 44 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.

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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Sixty.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Sixty 2005 Ferrari Enzo
Make Cadillac Ferrari
Model Sixty Enzo
Year Released 1961 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6388 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 652 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 657 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2660 mm


 

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