1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 51 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 210 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | CL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
