1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 878 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2475 mm |
