1979 Buick Regal vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | 62 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3290 mm |
