1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 169 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
