1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
