1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 29 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
