1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 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 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 907.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 907 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 907 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 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | 62 | 907 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
