1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 39 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
