1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | 62 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 371 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |