1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1960 Ford Popular is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular 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 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
