1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | 62 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |