1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 51 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
| Model | 62 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
