1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 53 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 142 L |
