1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (570 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
