1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 50 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 438 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (497 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 91 L |
