1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 46 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
