1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 30 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
