1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2920 mm |
