1984 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 25 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 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | 62 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
