1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
