1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
