1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 26 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Wildcat | 62 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
