1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
