1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Sierra 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
