1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 939 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
