1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 15 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | 62 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
