1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 51 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 530 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2002 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 127 L |
