1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 41 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 24 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | 62 | XLR |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |