1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
| Model | 62 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
