1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 940 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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1969 Cadillac Calais | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Calais | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |