1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
