1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 95 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.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
