1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 33 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | 62 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
