1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 9 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 865 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Calais | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |