1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 62 | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3165 mm |