1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1974 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Cortina 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 | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
