1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 19 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | 62 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
