1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | 62 | CTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |