1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
