1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 62 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 77 L |
