1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
