1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Catera | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
