1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | CC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 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 | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
