1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 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), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| 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 | 265 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 | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 91 L |
