1963 Cadillac 62 vs. 1949 Hudson Commodore
To start off, 1963 Cadillac 62 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Hudson Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Hudson Commodore would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1949 Hudson Commodore.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac 62 | 1949 Hudson Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hudson |
| Model | 62 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3160 mm |
