1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 42 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | 62 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
