1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 48 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
