1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 20 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, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
