1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | 62 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |