1947 Cadillac 62 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,675 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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:
| 1947 Cadillac 62 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5675 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2570 mm |
