1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | 62 | 57 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |