2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 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 | 1635 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
