1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
