1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | 62 | Charger |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |