1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2070 mm |
