1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 12 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3230 mm |
