2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 44 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2003 Buick LeSabre.
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2003 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | 62 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |