1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
