1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac 62 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | 62 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |