1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 792 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3010 mm |
