1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | 62 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
