1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. 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) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac 62 2005 Jeep Liberty
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model 62 Liberty
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6381 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.1:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2218 kg 1768 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 78 L


 

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