1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 35 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 29 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (220 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
