1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 4 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT 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.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | 5000 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |