1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
