1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 43 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 750 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 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
