1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | 62 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |