1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 164 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | 62 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
