1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 57 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 517 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3023 mm |
