1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (497 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | 62 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
