1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | 62 | Aura |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
