1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 40 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina.
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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | 62 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
