1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 758 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1954 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2710 mm |
