1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 647 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotec |
| Model | 62 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
