1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 553 kg more than 1955 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2946 mm |
