1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 367 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62.
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:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3030 mm |
