1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | R |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |