1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
