1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1981 Porsche 936
To start off, 1981 Porsche 936 is newer by 22 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, 1981 Porsche 936 (632 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1981 Porsche 936.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 936 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 936 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 | 1981 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 936 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 632 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 775 kg |
