1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1969 Maserati Indy is newer by 10 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Indy 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 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
