1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 800 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250.
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. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 250 has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Fleetwood | 250 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
