1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2001 Proton Saloon 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2001 Proton Saloon. 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 2001 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Saloon 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 | 2001 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | 62 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
