1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 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 127 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. 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 1955 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 356 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 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
