1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 210 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F-150 |
| 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
