1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | R |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |