1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 62 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 81 L |
