1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
