1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | CLS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |