1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 43 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 245 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1402 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2002 MCC Smart 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 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | 62 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
