1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
| Model | 62 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
