1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 51 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62.
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 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | 62 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2970 mm |
