1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 353 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 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) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1967 Wartburg 353 has manual transmission. 1967 Wartburg 353 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 | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | 62 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 44 L |
