1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 41 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (540 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
