2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 48 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
