1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
