1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1963 Steyr 500D 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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 1963 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 500D 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 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | 62 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1850 mm |
