1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 57 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 360 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | R |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3216 mm |
