1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 47 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
