1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
