1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (536 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Hemi Super 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 353 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |
