1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | 62 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
