1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
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:
1958 Cadillac 62 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | 62 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |