1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Calais is newer by 6 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), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Calais | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| 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 | 2010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 114 L |
