1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | 62 | V50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |