1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
