1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2078 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
