1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 62 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |