1948 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan in the Antique Auto Display.
Name/Title
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan
Description
This is the first Cadillac after WWII to feature tail fins, which were styled after the Lockheed P-38 fighter plane. These Cadillacs had a flathead V8 engine and could go from 0-60 mph in 16 seconds. Additional features are a 126" wheelbase, hydraulic drum brakes, and Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The hood was equipped with the "Flying Goddess" mascot. Cadillac discontinued the car in 1953.
Motor Vehicle Type
Automobile
Make and Manufacture
Manufacturer
General Motors
Model
Cadillac Series 62 Four Door Sedan
Manufacture Date
1948
Motor Vehicle Details
Engine
Engine Position
Front-Engine
Bore/Stroke
Bore: 3.5 inches. Stroke: 4.5 inches.
Horsepower
150
Drivetrain
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Body
Body Style
Sedan
Doors
4
Number of Passengers
5
Top Speed
93 mph
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Sedan
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Automobile
Nomenclature Sub-Class
Motor Vehicles
Nomenclature Class
Land Transportation T&E
Nomenclature Category
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects
