1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 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.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |