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Cadillac 62 Sedan

General information

ModelCadillac 62 Sedan
Year1959
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6381 ccm (389.37 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6381 ccm (389.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power329.50 PS (242 kW or 325 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque583.00 Nm (59.4 kgf-m or 430.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 98.4 mm (4.0 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1486 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Passenger space6170 litres (1,630 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle15 m (598.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2218 kg (4,889.9 pounds)
Overall length5720 mm (225.2 inches)
Overall width2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase3310 mm (130.3 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)
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