1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 58 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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.
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1955 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | 62 | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2946 mm |