1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 599 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
