1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 702 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
