1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 28 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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ginetta |
| Model | 62 | G33 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 41 L |
