1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 4 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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:
| 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 62 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
