1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 33 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
