1963 Cadillac 62 vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac 62 | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
