1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 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 165 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 62 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |