1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 360 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3440 mm |
