1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62. 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3670 mm |
