1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 108 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
