1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
