1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 54 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 33 kg more than 1957 Cadillac 62.
Because 1957 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2037 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3030 mm |
