1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 402 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 62 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
