1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
