1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 44 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
