1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 9 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
