1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | 62 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
