1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
