1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 45 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
