1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 55 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 569 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3302 mm |
