1942 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1970 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
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:
| 1942 Cadillac 62 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1464 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |
