1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 439 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
