1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra.
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, 2008 GMC Sierra, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
