1963 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
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1963 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 62 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |