1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 573 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 928 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 9371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 770 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 926 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
