2006 Acura RL vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 47 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, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |
