1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 7 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
