1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
