1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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. 1955 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2350 mm |
