1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
