1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford 12 M 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 160 more horse power than 1956 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford 12 M.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1956 Ford 12 M 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 | 1956 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
