1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2001 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
