1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 862 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 621 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 Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
