1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 49 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 115 L |
