1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 312 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Sixty | 312 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
