1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 637 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
