1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (569 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
