1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | 62 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
