1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (534 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Marcos |
| Model | 62 | TSO |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
