1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
