1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 184 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
