1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 28 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Maestro 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:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Maestro | 62 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
