1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (479 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
