2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 45 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Seville | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
