1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 62 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
