1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 975 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
