1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 28 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 988 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1987 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
