1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 34 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
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 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | 62 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 46 L |
