1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 46 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
