1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 131 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | 62 | Touareg |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1941 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |