1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | CLS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |