1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | CL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 801 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |