2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave 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 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
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2008 Buick Enclave | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Enclave | 62 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |