1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
