1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 282 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | GL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
