1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex.
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, 2011 Ford Flex, 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
