1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | 62 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |