2008 Acura TL vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 49 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
