1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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:
| 1965 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
