1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.

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1959 Cadillac 62 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Cadillac Mercury
Model 62 Mountaineer
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 4009 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 85 L