1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
