1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | 62 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 819 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |