1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | 62 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 273 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |