1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 MG MGC is newer by 6 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 177 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1965 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1965 MG MGC 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 | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | 62 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
