1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
