1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | 62 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
