1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2650 mm |
