1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 114 L |
