2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 46 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
