1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
