1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 184 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | 62 | Express |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |