1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | 62 | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |