1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 49 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
| Model | 62 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
