1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend 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.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | 62 | Legend |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |