1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 91 L |
