1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 33 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| 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 |
