1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | 62 | XC90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |