1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (322 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 216 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
