1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | 62 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
