1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 957 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
