1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 62 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 167 L |