1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 38 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan 4 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 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
Model | 62 | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |