1999 AC Aceca vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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. 1957 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | 62 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3290 mm |