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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 785 kg more 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1979 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2475 mm |
