1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | XTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
