1963 Cadillac 62 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1963 Cadillac 62 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac 62 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2170 mm |
