1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Cadillac 62 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 62 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
