1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 20 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 196 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 14 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
