1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 71 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |
