1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 30 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 207 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | 62 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |