1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Honda Accord

To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord 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 2004 Honda Accord
Make Cadillac Honda
Model 62 Accord
Year Released 1959 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6381 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2218 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L


 

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