1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 537 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 62 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |