1967 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1967 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 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:
| 1967 Cadillac DeVille | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
