1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 37 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 236 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 973 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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, 1996 Volvo V40, 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V40 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 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
