1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 57 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 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 231 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 4300 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 | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3429 mm |
