1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1992 Subaru SVX is newer by 31 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
