1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 958 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
