1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
