1964 Cadillac 62 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1964 Cadillac 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac 62. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Cadillac 62 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 62 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
