1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62.
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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1150 mm |
