1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
