1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 43 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 107 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 62 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3510 mm |