2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1958 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1958 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Park Avenue | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
