1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 44 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 62 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2659 mm |
