1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1970 Opel Olympia is newer by 11 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. 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 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia 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 | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
