1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 35 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
