1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 13 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
