1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 62 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 91 L |
