1999 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 40 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 80 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | 62 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6381 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |