1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | 62 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 33 L |