1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 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 217 more horse power than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | 62 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
