1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | 62 | Sonata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |