1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (299 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
