1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 495 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 DeVille (590 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DeVille | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 119 L |