1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 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, 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 2002 Toyota MR2.
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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
