1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 29 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | 62 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
