1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
