1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 62 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
