1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lancia Thema, 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
