1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 49 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | 62 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
