1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 643 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
