1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari 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 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | 62 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
