1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 43 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
