1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
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:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2852 mm |
