1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 53 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
Model | 62 | B7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 82 L |