1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 41 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, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
