1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 132 L |
