1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 32 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 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
