1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 40 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
