1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 49 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | 62 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |