1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra 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 4 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
