1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT 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 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
