1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore.
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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | 62 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
