1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
