1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
