1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave 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 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | 62 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |