1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1979 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 924 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 | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 84 L |
