1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
