1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1966 Porsche 906
To start off, 1966 Porsche 906 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1966 Porsche 906.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 906 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 906 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 | 1966 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
