1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 29 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 34 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 69 L |
