1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1949 Ford Custom
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ford Custom 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 97 more horse power than 1949 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ford Custom.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1949 Ford Custom has manual transmission. 1949 Ford Custom 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 | 1949 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Custom |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
